2008 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Ram and 2008 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Ram weights approximately 87 kg more than 2008 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C70. (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C70. 2008 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Ram | 2008 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Ram | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4699 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 68 L |
